Student Accommodation Nottingham

Student Accommodation in Nottingham

Nottingham is an excellent choice for a study destination with its rich history and excellent educational institutions. Universities in Nottingham like University of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent University, The University of Law - Nottingham, and Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus are highly re­garded globally. They offer many famous and advanced academic courses. Nottingham prese­nts an energetic and varie­d community. Many students live here­. The city provides an exciting e­nvironment. It's great for mee­ting new people. It le­ts you experience­ different cultures. Along with the best Nottingham student accommodation.
Casita offers student accommodation in Nottingham ranges from PBSA, single, double, triple, and en-suite student rooms, to private flats, shared student apartments, and self-contained studios. The available Nottingham student housings are mostly fully furnished and come with various amenities and features, including all-inclusive bills, Wi-Fi, on-site laundry facilities, secure bike storage, communal lounges, on-site fitness suites, and games areas among others like Trinity Square Roost, iQ Exchange, Hydrogen Roost, Mansion Place, Mansfield Road, etc. Our PBSA options over 15,000+ rooms, and for private lets, we offer more than 600+ rooms. In total, Casita ensures a wide range of options to suit every student's needs. To find your choice among the total rooms, you can also filter all types of rooms and amenities/facilities from the filter bar to select the right one for your preferences.

About Nottingham

With 14.2% of its student population being international, Nottingham has a sizable international student community and a multicultural atmosphere. Here is a breakdown of the proportion of international students by level of study in Nottingham:

• Undergraduate: 15.3%

• Postgraduate: 35.6%

• Research: 46.1%

Two world-class universities in the city are the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University, contributing to its excellent higher education reputation and dynamic culture.

Best & Affordable Student Accommodation in Nottingham

Nottingham has various student room options, and students can explore different areas in Nottingham near their universities and budgets. 

Popular student accommodation in Nottingham that provide almost every room type are:-

• Trinity Square Roost

• IQ Exchange

• Hydrogen Roost

• Bonington Student Village

• Bowman House

• IQ Newtown House

• IQ Newland House

• Nottingham Two Roost

Popular Nottingham Student Accommodation Areas

Popular Nottingham areas among university students are Lenton, Dunkirk, and The Arboretum. There are a few things to keep in mind while searching for the perfect student area to stay in, including transportation, cost, and amenities.

1. Students living in Nottingham’s Lenton will be near the University of Nottingham,

and purpose-built student accommodation Nottingham would cost around £130–£190/week.

• Travel time from Lenton to the City Centre by different modes of transportation:

• Bus - 10-15 minutes (Students living in Nottingham can also check bus services, routes & timetables.)

• Taxi - 10 minutes

• Walking - 30 minutes

• Tram - 12 minutes

2. Students living in Dunkirk that is nearby universities include the University of Nottingham, Jubilee Campus,

and purpose-built student accommodation Nottingham would cost approximately £135–£195/week.

• Travel time from Dunkirk to the City Centre by different modes of transportation:

• Bus - 15-20 minutes

• Taxi - 10 minutes

• Tram - 15 minutes

• Walking - 45 minutes

3. Students living in The Arboretum, Nottingham purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) would pay around £140–£210/week. This area includes the University of Nottingham International College.

• Travel time from The Arboretum to the City Centre by different modes of transportation:

• Bus - 5-10 minutes

• Tram -10 minutes

• Taxi - 5 minutes

• Walking - 25 minutes

Discover Nottingham Student Room Types (Approx. £300–£1,700/ month)

The purpose-built student accommodation in Nottingham typically includes a variety of amenities included in the bills; it varies according to the provider's terms and conditions. But broadly, we suggest a student should consider budget, needs, and preferences while making decisions. 

Here, we have categorised the room types given below based on preference and budget to help you in your decision-making.

Type 1: Affordable student accommodation in Nottingham: 

These cost around £130–£150 per week on average and are recommended for students who are comfortable sharing space. Typically, such properties are houses or apartments. 

• Shared room

  • Amenities: Self-contained apartment with multiple bedrooms, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £500/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £550/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £580/month

• Triple/ Quadruple Nottingham Student Room

  • Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £300/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £350/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £400/month

• Entire place

  • Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £1,200/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £1,300/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £1,400/month

  • Recommended entire place accommodation include Stylish studio in Nottingham and Modern 2 bedroom house.

Type 2: Affordable student housing in Nottingham with privacy: These rooms cost around £400–£600 per month. 

• Student Single Room

  • Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £450/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £500/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £550/month

  • Recommended student single rooms are Castle Gate Haus, Bonington Student Village, and Nottingham Two Roost.

• Student Shared Flats

  • Amenities: Private Bedroom in a shared house or flat, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £400/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £350/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £500/month

• Student Twin Rooms

  • Amenities: One room with 2 single beds, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £450/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £500/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £600/month

• Student Double Room

  • Amenities: One bedroom with double bed, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £500/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £450/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £550/month

  • Recommended double rooms include The Cotswold.

Room Type 3: Nottingham student accommodation with privacy, quiet space, and proximity to the City Centre cost around  £500- £660 per month. 

• Nottingham Student Flats 

  • Amenities: Private bedroom, private bathroom, private kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £1,200/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £1,500/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £1,700/month

  • Browse through Nottingham student flats such as Radford Mill.

• Nottingham Student En-Suite Rooms 

  • Amenities: Single bedroom, Private bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £500/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £450/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £550/month

  • Browse through students' en-suits in Nottingham, such as St Peters Court, The Vantage Nottingham, and Curzon House.

• Nottingham Student Studios

  • Amenities: private bedroom, Private bathroom, private kitchen

  • Lenton avg. Rent: £400/month

  • Dunkirk avg. Rent: £450/month

  • The Arboretum avg. Rent: £500/month

  • Popular student studios are Archer House, IQ Newtown House, and IQ Newland House.

Room Type 4: Students who prefer luxury over budget

• Student Penthouse in Nottingham costs around  £800–£1,200 per month.

These are suitable for students who prefer to have private bedrooms, a private balcony, a terrace, privacy, spacious rooms, and a top floor that is more over budget.

International students in Nottingham, UK also search for Private Lets in Nottingham:

Cost of Living in Nottingham for Students (Approx. £195 – £540)

It varies depending on students’ lifestyle choices, but overall, apart from your Nottingham student accommodation rent, other expenses cannot be ignored. We have suggestions to help you save money while living in Nottingham as a student:

• Food: £100–£250/month on average. 

  • We suggest buying groceries that cost around £150/month and cooking your own meals. 

  • Shop from grocery stores such as Tesco Express, Asda, The Co-operative Food, Iceland, Morrisons, Sainsbury's Local, Waitrose, Marks & Spencer Foodhall, Aldi, and Lidl. They offer student discounts.

• Transportation: £24-£50/month on average

  • Get an Easyrider Student Card for £55 for 31 days and 15% discount on NCT bus, tram, and train fares (check National Rail before moving out to now the schedule and save money along with time).

  • Rent a bicycle from Nottingham Cycle Hire for £4 per day for a daily commute.

  • University bike schemes: Some universities, such as the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University, offer their students discounted bikes.

  • Buy a new bike for £200, easily available for students. Which is equal to one month's rent and will benefit you for the entire year.

• Kitchen Essentials: Market worth around £70-£100. 

  • Some properties do not provide utensils in that case, student can check online where some websites provide student at discounted prices from market prices.

  • Former students generally leave their kitchen essentials on the property while leaving the city due to airport luggage weight restrictions. You can find someone in your friends circle and reuse the stuff.

• Bedding Essentials: Market worth around £80. 

  • Only a few providers provide bedding packs to their tenants included in bills or as an offer. Otherwise, after move-in, students have to buy on their own.

  • Former students generally leave their bedding essentials on the property while leaving the city due to airport luggage weight restrictions. You can find someone in your friends circle and reuse the stuff.

• Bathroom Essentials: Market worth around £30

  • Some properties do not provide bathroom essentials in that case, student can check online where some websites provide at discounted prices from market prices.

• Cleaning Essentials: Market worth around £30

Attractions in Nottingham 

Nottingham is a city with plenty to offer; it combines everything from history and culture to art and architecture in an effortless way that attracts visitors from all over. Of the city’s various landmarks and destinations, here are some of the must-visit attractions in Nottingham we think you should check out!

Wollaton Hall

Wollaton Hall is an Elizabethan mansion that was built around 1580 and now houses the Nottingham City Museums and Galleries' Natural History Collection. 

The City of Caves

Under Nottingham exist more than 450 caves that have been used for centuries for storage and defence. It is an exciting place to visit and take a peek into these caves. 

The Arboretum

This historic, beautifully maintained park is the city’s oldest public park and the closest park to the city centre. The park is home to an important collection of over 800 trees, some of which are from the original collection planted in the 19th century.